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ET05 SVR

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

116,385 mi
Last recorded116,385 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 SVR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2016 116,385 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

corrosion forming on inner sills chassis rails rear panel

Pass 14 Oct 2015 109,646 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

corrosion down both sill panels

corrosion forming on door steps

corrosion on chassis rails and inner sills

Fail 8 Oct 2015 109,645 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

corrosion down both sill panels

corrosion forming on door steps

corrosion on chassis rails and inner sills

Pass 2 Oct 2014 101,028 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s and o/s inner and outer sill`s forming corrosion

Fail 29 Sep 2014 101,006 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s and o/s inner and outer sill`s forming corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2013 95,343 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

nearside rear inner sill skimmed with filler,suspect inadequate repair

offside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

offside rear view mirror damaged

rear chassis rails,chassis outriggers and inner rear panel and inner rear quarter panels behind wheelarches corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2013 95,342 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

nearside rear inner sill skimmed with filler,suspect inadequate repair

offside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

offside rear view mirror damaged

rear chassis rails,chassis outriggers and inner rear panel and inner rear quarter panels behind wheelarches corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2012 90,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside inner sill corroded

offside and nearside outer sills corroded

Fail 8 Oct 2012 90,593 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside inner sill corroded

offside and nearside outer sills corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2011 83,946 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 72,765 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 72,647 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 66,756 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 48,578 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 48,578 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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ET05 SVR is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,296 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ET05 SVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET05 SVR registered?

ET05 SVR is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is ET05 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 SVR shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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